According to a recent source, Manchester City is considering a cheap move for a new striker in 2025 as he approaches the end of his contract at his current club. The Blues have started the 2024–25 season strong, but they have had some difficulties recently, losing to Arsenal and Newcastle United due to Rodri’s injury.
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Since Rodri will be sidelined for the majority of the season by Pep Guardiola, the other midfield players for City will need to step up and attempt to fill the vacuum the Spaniard has left. That might not be a problem in the near future, but when the new year rolls around, Guardiola might be eager to find a replacement.
Already, the Blues have been linked with a bid for Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci when the January transfer window opens. The 23-year-old is considered as a future star by the Premier League side, but there could also be the opportunity to go for a more marquee acquisition.
Man City is interested in signing Inter Milan’s Nicolo Barella in addition to Ricci. After impressing Guardiola during their Champions League matchup last month, the Italian is rumoured to have been the team’s top pick to replace Rodri. But, given that the midfielder recently inked a new contract and that Inter values him at over £75 million, the Blues may find it difficult to force him out of the organisation.
While finding a replacement for Rodri may be a primary priority, the Blues also have their eyes on adding to their forward line in 2025 as a striker surfaces on their radar.
Man City consider bargain approach for “machine” Vlahovic
Sport Witness has reported that Manchester City is interested in signing Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, according to Tutto Juve. The Serbia international’s contract expires in2026, so Txiki Begiristain is reportedly considering taking advantage of the opportunity to acquire him for a low price the next year. The Premier League team is said to adore the player.
Since joining the Italian powerhouses, the 24-year-old has been among the goal scorers, and this season he has scored four goals in seven games. Due to Vlahovic’s significance to Thiago Motta’s squad, Juventus is attempting to extend the striker’s contract; nevertheless, City and Atlético Madrid are closely monitoring the situation.
Under-23 scout Antonio Mango called Vlahovic a “machine,” and if a new contract is not reached, Juventus will put him up for sale in 2025. This might open the door for City and Atletico Madrid to pursue the striker, who would be available for a reasonable fee even if Juventus paid £66.6 million for him.
However, there is a possibility that both Man City and Atlético are being used by Vlahovic and his representatives so he can secure a new contract at Juventus.
